淨名經集解關中疏 1.640

1.640

"At that time, Vimalakīrti entered the gathering and said to me, 'Elder's son, a great gathering for giving should not be set up as you have done.'" This third [part] broadly cites the incident of reproach. The text has six [parts]: first, reproach; second, requesting him to speak; third, a brief explanation; fourth, repeating the request; fifth, extensive explanation; sixth, obtaining benefit. This is the first, reproach. Zhao says: "The Indian practice for a great gathering for giving is to open the four gates at one's father's house, raise high banners, and announce to the world: 'All who have needs, come to this house.' Over seven days, one empties the house in giving to seek Brahmā blessings. At that time, since his worldly giving was complete, Jingming intended to advance him with the gift of the Dharma, so he first reproached what he had arranged in order to clarify the distinction between [types of] giving."